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LOT 0580
Roman Lead Gaming Die
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (8 grams, 10 mm).
Cuboid dice with impressed markings disposed 1:6, 4:3, 2:5. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx gentleman collector of antique and antiquity games from Berkshire, UK, having collected for over 20 years.
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Ellipsoid in plan with chord, spring, catch and pin to reverse; central cell with inset conical stone. 7.31 grams, 25 mm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Walking Lion
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £100
Featuring a slender hoop and fluted shoulders, an oval bezel with an advancing lion with its tail raised. 1.37 grams, 19.70 mm overall, 18.12 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Enamelled Bronze Fantail Bow Brooch
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
Comprising a T-shaped headplate with ring above, deep bow with incuse ring-and-dot motif to the centre and four surrounding pellets, transverse ribbing developing to a trapezoidal foot with incuse lattice motif; traces of enamel fill to the bow and foot; catchplate to reverse. 7.86 grams, 49 mm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A75.
